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PS 211

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12

1919 PROSPECT AVE, Bronx, NY 10457

Enrollment

183

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,376 of 4,742

In Bronx

#276 of 452

public schools

In district

#24 of 46

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12

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PS 211

5.2/10

Elementary School in Bronx · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About PS 211

PS 211 is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12. PS 211 serves approximately 183 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 211 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,376 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 211 show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 183 students, PS 211 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.2:1 students to teachers, PS 211 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

45% of students at PS 211 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-21.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-34.5 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.2:1
Chronic Absenteeism44.8%

PS 211 — Students at PS 211 score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
34.3% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 22.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
58.7% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
74%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
29%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
25%
2012
Math
15%
ELA
10%
2013
Math
15%
ELA
11%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
17.8%
ELA
24.3%
2022
Math
21.3%
ELA
26.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.

How PS 211 Compares

See how PS 211 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in NY
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.8%

Location

1919 PROSPECT AVE, Bronx, NY 10457

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 211 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 67 MOHEGAN SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 5 (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND APPLIED LEARNING (THE) (rated 5.5/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,911

Median Home Value

$336,900

Median Rent

$1,400/mo

Population

79,375

College Educated

14.9%

Homeownership

6.2%

Avg Commute

44.6 min

Poverty Rate

34.1%

Median Age

31.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 211

What grades does PS 211 serve?

PS 211 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 211?

PS 211 has an enrollment of approximately 183 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 211?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 211 is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 211 rank in NY?

PS 211 ranks #3,376 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 211's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 211 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at PS 211?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 211 has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 211 a charter school?

No, PS 211 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 211 a Title I school?

No, PS 211 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 211?

93.4% of students at PS 211 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
92 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
97 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.8%

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